We were heading to Epcot today to dine at the Mexico pavilion’s La Hacienda (thanks to our friends Kelly and June!), and we’d been told that Gaston (from Beauty and the Beast) and Wendy Darling (from Peter Pan) were greeting guests. Both Gaston (below, left) and Wendy were testing, likely for meet-and-greets in the new Fantasyland. Gaston was quite the hit with the women, as one grabs a load of his muscular arm (below, right).

Gaston (below, left) was quite the cut-up, as you’ll see in the video below! We actually were too late for meeting him in line, but still managed an interview as he left (below, right). We have been on a roll lately with meeting characters, check out our Merida videos from the upcoming Disney/Pixar’s BraveHERE!

Video #1 – Gaston Greets Guests at Epcot, Training for Fantasyland – Gaston’s Tavern, Beauty and the Beast – Gaston surprised and delighted guests today, letting them know “you must be glad to meet me” as he trained in Epcot for a possible move to Fantasyland in the near future (once the new area is open). He was extremely popular as he showed off his muscles and intellect!

We first had encountered Wendy Darling (below, left) as we entered the International Gateway. She was quite chatty with tales from the nursery, and about Peter Pan and his shadow! We did have a moment to pose with her before heading to Gaston (below, right).

Video #2 – Wendy Darling Character Training at Epcot – Tells Us About Peter Pan’s Shadow in Nursery – Wendy Darling is not often found in the parks, but was training at Epcot today! She told us tales from the nursery, about finding Peter Pan’s shadow. Is this a precursor for a new meet-and-greet in Fantasyland?

All New – The Very Best of Disney’s Nighttime Fireworks Spectaculars!

Jeff Lange takes you to Walt Disney World to experience the very best of Disney’s Nighttime Fireworks Spectaculars!

Featuring: Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky, Wishes: A Magical Gathering of Disney Dreams – 40th Anniversary Special Edition, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth, Let There Be Peace on Earth Finale, Fantasy in the Sky New Years Eve Fireworks and BONUS: The Magic, The Memories, and You! (Romance Segment).

Remember Christmas: Holiday Treat 2011 DVD – Available Now:

Seasons Greetings from Jeff Lange! Celebrate the holidays with this new DVD featuring the 2011 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World.

Features yearly favorites such as: “Cinderella’s Holiday Wish (Castle Lighting)“, “Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade“, The Magic, The Memories and You! (Holiday Segment), “Holiday Wishes Fireworks – Celebrate the Spirit of the Season“, “Celebrate the Season Show“, Very Merry Party Scenes, and much more!

Take a trip back in time to experience classic Walt Disney World “Frontierland” attractions. This fifth volume in the series features the following: Splash Mountain (1992), Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade (2006), Country Bear Jamboree (1992), Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (1997), Tom Sawyer Island (2006) and more!

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Take a trip back in time to experience classic Walt Disney World “Adventureland” attractions. This fourth volume in the series features the following: Adventureland Tour (1992-1997), Jungle Cruise (1993), Enchanted Tiki Birds Tropical Serenade (1992), Pirates of the Caribbean (original version including Barker Bird 1992), Pirates of the Caribbean (1997) and more!

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Take a trip back in time to experience classic Walt Disney World “Liberty Square” attractions. This third volume in the series features the following: The Hall of Presidents (Original Version – 1993), Mike Fink Keel Boats (opening day attraction – 1992), Haunted Mansion (original version – 1992), Haunted Mansion Bonus Ride (my final recording of the original version with some special surprises – 2006)!

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Walt Disney World Vintage Footage:

Jeff Lange turns back the clock to 1986, where you will experience Walt Disney World through the eyes of Disneyana documentarian Bob Welbaum. This incredible vintage footage includes select narration from Mr. Welbaum, who shot this video before recording was commonplace.